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Expertise
I can answer most questions about studying physics in college and graduate school; questions about condensed matter physics; x-ray physics; synchrotron radiation; and general and modern physics. I can also answer questions about careers in academia.
Experience in the area
Professor of physics for 27 years at Illinois Institute of Technology. Academic adviser for undergraduates and graduate students. I have served on university promotion and tenure committees, search committees for Deans and Department Chairs. I have also been an Associate Department Chair and an Associate Dean. I have 30 years experience in materials science research and I have been responsible for building and now managing a User facility at the Advanced Photon Source.
Organizations
American Physical Society
Sigma Xi
American Chemical Society
American Associate for the Advancement of Science
International Centre for Diffraction Data (Fellow)
International X-ray Absorption Society
Publications
Nature; Physical Review Letters; Physical Review; Applied Physics Letters; Journal of Physical Chemistry; Journal of Magnetism and Magnetic Materials; Physical Chemistry Chemical Physics; Solid State Communications; Physics Letters; Journal of Low Temperature Physics; Journal of Crystal Growth and Design; Physics Letters; Journal of Applied Physics; Journal of Archaeological Science; Physica C; Corrosion Science; Electrochimica Acta; Journal of Nuclear Materials
Education/Credentials
Ph.D. Physics, 1981 - University of California, San Diego
M.S. Physics, 1977 - University of California, San Diego
B.S. Physics, 1976 - University of illinois, Champaign-Urbana
B.S. Chemistry 1976 - University of illinois, Champaign-Urbana
Awards and Honors
Fellow, International Center for Diffraction Data
What do you like about this subject?
Physics, and science in general has been a lifelong passion for me. I particularly enjoy understanding how Nature works and how to describe it.
What do you still hope to achieve/learn in this field?
There are always new things to learn in science and specifically new, young scientists to mentor. I especially enjoy working with students at all levels, undergraduates to graduate students.
Something interesting about this subject that others may not know:
Physics is an excellent starting point for many different careers. What you learn as a physicist translates to many disciplines and careers.
Average Ratings
Recent Reviews from Users
K = Knowledgeability C = Clarity of Response P = Politeness| User | Date | K | C | P | Comments |
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| shameem | 12/10/11 | 10 | 10 | 10 | |
| sashi | 12/07/11 | 10 | 10 | 10 | thank you sir.for your kind information ..... |
| Ronit Hazarika | 10/27/11 | 8 | 10 | 9 | That you sir. I wish electronic mail ..... |
| Umar | 09/07/11 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thank you very much sir... |
| Anthony | 09/04/11 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Extremely knowledgable, earnest, and lucid. Replied very ..... |
Recent Answers from Carlo Segre
2012-01-27 career guidance:
Hi Deepesh: I am afraid that I don't really understand your questions. There are no minimal and maximal qualifications involved. You can be involved in research with any level of degree but in order
2011-12-10 Choosing a book:
Hello shameem Basically any calculus-based college physics text should do for a start. Look for one that is primarily for physics majors rather than engineers. These tend to have a more formal presentation
2011-12-04 Help:
Hi Sashi: I don't see why not. You might have some remedial courses to take because you don't have a computer science or engineering degree but that should not be an impediment. More importantly,
2011-11-25 Can my Physics Certificate Help in Info Tech:
Hi Wale: I would suggest that you take a Masters in software engineering or computer engineering. The competition is fierce for jobs but given the types of companies you want to work for, this is the
2011-09-06 i want join as scientist:
Hello Irtiza: at the age of 13, you will not be able to work at NASA. To obtain a technical position at NASA (engineer, scientist) you will have to have at least a Bachelor's degree and probably more
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